1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Move is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Starlet (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 65 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Because 1984 Toyota Starlet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Toyota Starlet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Move, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Daihatsu Move (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Daihatsu Move | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Move | Starlet |
Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |